Green Beans

Grown in warm seasons (U.S., Mexico, Europe). Peak summer into early fall; available widely. Use sauteed, steamed, roasted, or in casseroles and salads.

Nutritional Information

Provides vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber; low calories.

Storage Tips

Refrigerate unwashed in a bag; use within 4 to 6 days. Blanch and freeze for longer storage.

Shopping Tips

Pick firm beans that snap cleanly; avoid limp, rubbery, or blemished pods.